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The Lament by Anton Chekhov

    The Lament by Anton Chekhov About the Author: Anton Pavlovich Chekhov Anton Chekhov (1860–1904) was a Russian playwright and short story writer who is considered one of the greatest writers of short fiction in history. Trained as a doctor, Chekhov began writing to support his family. He is known for his keen observations of human behavior and his ability to portray deep emotions and complex characters using simple language and subtle storytelling. His stories often explore themes such as loneliness, poverty, and the human condition. Some of his most famous works include The Cherry Orchard , Uncle Vanya , The Seagull , and The Lady with the Dog . Chekhov’s writing is marked by realism, compassion, and a deep understanding of the struggles of ordinary people. In "The Lament" , he presents a touching portrayal of a grieving man and the indifference of the world around him. Characters in “The Lament” Iona Potapov – The central character, an old cab driver (s...

R. K. Narayan's 'An Astrologer's Day'

 R. K. Narayan's 'An Astrologer's Day' About the author, R. K. Narayan Rasipuram Krishnaswami Narayan (1906 - 2002) is one of the best - known of Indian English writers. He was born and brought up in Madras. He began by contributing items to a city newspaper. When Punch accepted one of his pieces, he embarked in earnest on his career as a novelist and a short story writer. His writings portray the Indian ethos with remarkable simplicity and humor. He created the fictional world of Malgudi. A winner of the Sahitya Akademi Award (1960) and the Padma Vibhushan (2000), he was nominated for a term in the Rajya Sabha. His novel, The Guide (1958), has been made into a popular film. Narayan also wrote essays, both personal and general, an autobiography (My Days, 1974), a travelogue (My Dateless Diary, 1964) and retold Indian epics and myths (The Ramayana, the Mahabharata and Gods, Demons and Others). In addition to his fifteen novels, Narayan has written more than two hundred s...